Programme
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Tuesday 19 September, 2023
Venue: Lenz & Staehelin, Brandschenkestrasse 24, 8027 Zurich
1700-1930
Under 40 only.
Pre-registration is required.
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Venue: Sheraton Zurich Hotel
Wednesday 20 September, 2023
[Panel] This exploration focuses on the challenges related to compliance and operations that businesses operating outside of the EU face when encountering financial distress or special situations, including those under Russian ownership. It addresses the additional complexities arising from issues such as loan repayment, commercial implications, and the influence of sanctions.
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[Case Study] Cross Border Estate Loan and Collateral in Eastern European Countries.
This case study will focus onto the financing of the insolvency estate of a German wholesale group in the footwear sector with several companies located in Germany and several Eastern European Countries. It will show the steps to be taken by the insolvency administration to take up an asset-based estate loan and will especially discuss the possibilities and legal requirements and restrictions of loan securitization one might face in the different Eastern European jurisdictions.
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[Panel] This analysis delves into the crucial elements that will influence the development of distressed and special situations scenarios in the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region. It takes into consideration operational factors, energy costs, marketing advancements, financing options, and the impact of governmental regulations.
By examining these factors, we can gain insights into the future trajectory of distressed and special situations in the CEE region.
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Networking Lunch with colleagues and peers
For STA and TMA Switzerland members only.
Based on a case study that is inspired by a real transaction, the speaker will provide an overview of the current industry standard in distressed M&A and prepacks under Swiss law. Especially the recent case law of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court and the legislative revisions of the last 10 years will be taken into account. The speaker will also show which DIP finance solutions are possible and have already been successfully implemented in practice.
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What happens when a liquidator must within a couple of days take responsibility over a private bank with billions under management, more than a hundred employees and hundreds of affiliated companies?
The speaker will guide the audience through the first weeks of the bankruptcy of Banque Privée Espírito Santo SA en liquidation, part of the famous Portuguese conglomerate Espírito Santo.
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The speaker provides an overview of practical issues in using leading international restructuring processes with lessons learned and contrast to Swiss and other processes.
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Business turnarounds often involve far-reaching actions and consequences. At such moments, the importance of effective communications becomes critical. Communications plays a central role in steering a successful turnaround and guiding companies through turbulent waters.
Mastering crisis communications requires careful preparation and an understanding of the mechanism at work in such situations. With the power of professional communications, companies can emerge stronger from the storm and inspire confidence in their path to success.
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